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El Vado Lake State Park
State park · Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico
Cool todayBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance
Editor's Notes
El Vado Lake State Park, a state park in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico. Restrooms, picnic tables and grills on site; visitors come for hiking and picnicking. It is wheelchair-accessible, dog-friendly and kid-friendly.
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Weather at El Vado Lake State Park
39°F, Overcast · H 59° / L 38° · 17% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 59° L: 38°
Overcast
39°
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Feels like 34°
Precipitation
17%
Humidity
82%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
42°
3 AM
44°
6 AM
39°
9 AM
50°
12 PM
57°
3 PM
59°
6 PM
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9 PM
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is El Vado Lake State Park?
- El Vado Lake State Park is a state park in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico.
- Can you swim at El Vado Lake State Park?
- There is no fixed answer for El Vado Lake State Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at El Vado Lake State Park in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is El Vado Lake State Park rated?
- El Vado Lake State Park in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 166 reviews.
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Location & Contact
El Vado State Park, NM-112, Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575
Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico 87575
Phone
+1 575-588-7247💡 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
Features & amenities
Highlights
⭐ Picnics
Accessibility
♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Amenities
🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom
Family & Children
👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes
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